Role OverviewThe Research Assistant I will assist in the design, execution, and analysis of assays that assess microbial growth, metabolism, and enzymatic activity. The employee will work closely with senior lab members and assist with other tasks that support the operation of the overall lab.
What You Will Do
The Research Assistant I will assist in the design and execution of assays to assess anaerobic bacterial growth or enzymatic activity, inoculation and maintenance of anaerobic microbial cultures, preparation and sterilization of growth media, expression and purification of enzymes, and preparation and analysis of samples using various analytical methods.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The successful candidate will have experience performing biochemical assays and evaluating bacterial growth, and will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, a desire to learn new techniques and instruments, good organizational skills, and the ability to work with a diverse team of scientists.
Requirements
- A minimum 1-year of full-time research experience working in a biological or chemistry laboratory setting
- College level course work required
- Degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical biology or a related discipline strongly preferred
- Experience in glycobiology is desirable but not required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A desire to learn new techniques and instruments
- Good organizational skills
- The ability to work with a diverse team of scientists
Benefits
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
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